2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1957 Citroen DS
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 626 kg more than 1957 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 1957 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Lucerne | DS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
